Chef de Cuisine

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for the strategic oversight of all food and culinary operations for our Restaurant as well as all aspects of culinary operations at Casa de Fruta. As Chef de

Cuisine of the restaurant you will assist in the development of menus, recipes, product control, and other food quality specifications across our restaurant, in addition to Corporate & Social Events, and all other culinary offerings at Casa de Fruta.

This role is necessary for the implementation of all daily food service operations including kitchen standards, timing, quality, hiring, and training of the food service team.

As the Chef de Cuisine, you are always influential, ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction through the development of on-trend, authentic, and diverse cuisines.

This unique role reports to our General Manager of Casa de Restaurant, and will collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and ownership to deliver exceptional culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for the strategic oversight and preparation of all food and culinary operations for Casa de Restaurant and the Food and Beverage offerings at our property.
• As the Chef de Cuisine, you will assist in the development of menus, recipes, product control, and other food quality specifications across our unique property.
• This role is necessary for the execution of all daily food service operations including kitchen standards, timing, quality, hiring, and training of the food service team.
• Train, supervise, and work with our cooks to prepare, cook, and present our food according to Casa de Fruta Standards.
• As Chef de Cuisine, you are always influential, ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction through the development of on-trend, authentic, and diverse cuisines.
• Aid in creating quality food products for all aspects of Casa de Fruta facilities to meet high standards and drive guest satisfaction.
• Coach and mentor kitchen staff. Develop good relationships with service staff, having a focus on ongoing training and fostering a team environment.
• Management support of kitchen financials following property monthly budgets.
• Direct and frequent partnership, contact, and communication with the General Manager and Chief Operating Officer.
• This role reports to our General Manager and will collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer, consultants, and ownership to deliver exceptional culinary standards.

Qualifications and Summary of Position

• 5+ years of experience in a high-volume culinary management role.
• Knowledge of F&B preparation practices, health department rules, and regulations.
• Manage and maintain food costs to the budgeted amount.
• An open mind and a desire to deliver a curated guest experience in our restaurant and at Casa de Fruta.
• Willingness to learn and accommodate changes in the industry.
• A get-it-done approach and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Professional, yet comfortable with candid feedback all with the guest and employee experience at the forefront.
• Highly responsive and collaborative, a team player who approaches work humbly.
• Current knowledge of the latest trends and styles is a must.
• A bilingual culinary leader is preferred.

Personal Characteristics :

• Conducts oneself ethically and honestly.
• Communicates effectively : Speaks and listens and engages in a clear, thorough, and timely manner, effectively reading and writing, using the English language.
• Professional appearance : Exhibits an appearance appropriate for a professional environment (Specific grooming standards are available for review).
• Casa de Fruta leaders and associates believe each guest should be treated with respect and professionalism. We create a genuine, curated experience, enticing our guests

to return again and again. To be successful with Casa de Fruta, associates must share both our vision and our values. This includes possessing and demonstrating a high level of courtesy and respect for both internal and external guests.

Our forward-thinking, fun, friendly, engaging, and enthusiastic team members treat every guest as if they were our only guests.

A true customer focus is essential to success with our company and our property.

You may remember Casa de Fruta as the little cherry stand on Pacheco Pass, or as we are today, a California landmark and traditional stop on many families journeys.

At our roadside Orchard Resort in the beautiful Pacheco Valley, we welcome visitors from around the world to stay and discover all that Casa de Fruta has to offer.